Hand Sander

Gibson Inc • Nashville, TN

9d

About The Position

Hand Sanders are the final step in the back-plant guitar-building process, creating an ideal bare-wood guitar before it moves forward in production. They ensure guitars have no gaps, dings, scratches, or chip-outs, and that all areas are sanded to specification. The role requires familiarity with wood, including the types used by Gibson and how wood reacts to heat and moisture. Hand Sanders must learn standard operating procedures, cross-train in all sanding processes (including Body Sand and Neckfit), maintain product flow, and meet quality and production requirements. They must follow department protocols, safety rules, and the Safety Management System, and submit observations about identified hazards. Occasional travel to other facilities may be required, typically less than 10% of the time.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Solutions-oriented approach to challenges and issues.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to prioritize without direct supervision.
• Teamwork and project-management skills, including the ability to work as part of a team.
• Results-oriented and driven, with a track record of delivering to plan.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Ability to proactively question and challenge, prioritize, and identify solutions in a timely manner.
• Clear and logical thinking.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift.
• Ability to lift 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Learn and execute standard operating procedures.
• Cross-train in all sanding processes, including Body Sand and Neckfit.
• Lift, move, and hand-sand 16 guitars per shift.
• Achieve a 95% pass rate based on production requirements.
• Understand and meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain product flow at the appropriate rate.
• Follow department protocols, including 5S and safety procedures.
• Adhere to the Gibson Cardinal Safety Rules and General Safety Rules in the Gibson Playbook.
• Submit safety observations for identified hazards using the safety observation QR code.
• Support the Safety Management System to maintain a safe work environment, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve safety processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel occasionally to other facilities, typically less than 10% of the time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed